Group Discussions

NC Holly Leaf Pattern circa 1860s

Here's my almost finished latest build.  This is based on the Burnsville holly-leaf pattern from around the Civil War in North Carolina. The...
@Ken Hulme started 6 years ago - replies: 9

Favorite tunes for comfort & relaxation

Hi - I'm a new member and am interested in what others are playing in elder care facilities, hospitals, and hospice. Which instrumental songs do...
@julieVT started 6 years ago - replies: 4

Billy Joel cover -- "You May Be Right"

Yesterday, this song wasn't in my repertoire. But I quoted a couple of lines from it in a Facebook post, and somebody asked me if I had a video...
@Sam Edelston started 6 years ago - replies: 3

Basswood as a tone wood?

Has anyone tried using basswood for the top, bottom, or sides in making a dulcimer?  How did it sound? I have read that it is lacking on the...
@d.danner started 6 years ago - replies: 5

Katy Perry cover: "Never Really Over"

I heard this song on the radio recently and knew I had to learn it. Katy Perry's current hit, "Never Really Over." Amusingly, my computer's...
@Sam Edelston started 6 years ago - replies: 3

Maintenance on Five Star planetary pegs

The pegs went on the instrument in '03 and I am not the original owner.  I love these pegs and do not know whether I should attempt to tear into...
@Robin Thompson started 6 years ago - replies: 16

Played "junior luthier" today

Built a Cedar Creek solid walnut hourglass dulcimer earlier this year.  I could have done a better job on the frets, one in particular.  Buzz on 5,...
@LisavB started 6 years ago - replies: 2

Homemade recording project - tunes played with a noter

My guitar-playing husband, Mark, and I put together a homemade recording project for cd and would be happy to send a copy to those interested in...
@Robin Thompson started 6 years ago - replies: 11

Today In Mountain Dulcimer History: JULY

https://heritagedulcimers.wordpress.com/today-in-mountain-dulcimer-history/timdh-july/
@David Bennett started 6 years ago - replies: 10

Today In Mountain Dulcimer History: JUNE

https://heritagedulcimers.wordpress.com/today-in-mountain-dulcimer-history/timdh-june/
@David Bennett started 6 years ago - replies: 16